Equities

In a difficult year, financial advisors favored US growth stocks and high quality bonds in their model portfolios – but missed out on some top performing asset classes.

With growth opportunities harder to find in the pandemic economy, investors may want to consider the potential advantages of the mid-cap space.

The AIA Racial Equity investment approach uses direct indexing to focus on companies that promote diversity, equity and inclusion.

Portfolio Manager Jack Janasiewicz on post-US election market dynamics, including Covid-19 vaccine implications and near-term risks and opportunities.

A new market optimism has followed Covid-19 vaccine news, but uncovering risks and opportunities in the new year may require some old fashioned diligence.

Measuring the merits of emerging market equities by an index may be quite limiting. Global growth equity managers at WCM Investment Management explain why.

Global market dynamics are always changing –flexibility and risk-management are key to meeting the challenge

The Loomis Sayles global equity team speaks about how its approach to value creation is designed for all market conditions.

The Loomis Sayles Multisector Team presents its views on current macro conditions, including US and global interest rates and potential fixed income opportunities.

In her latest outlook, Natixis macro specialist Esty Dwek suggests some market factors will remain consistent – no matter who wins the vote.

Six institutional asset allocation and investment trends derived from data analyzed by Natixis Portfolio Clarity® consultants.

David Herro of Harris Associates discusses how the economic repercussions of Covid-19 are creating long-term growth prospects for value investors.

Emerging market economies stand to benefit from a growth recovery led by the manufacturing sector.

Six asset allocation trends derived from in-depth analysis of investment portfolios by Natixis Portfolio Clarity® consultants.

A review of what recent macro data is signaling about asset class opportunities – and potential portfolio risks – through the end of 2020.

Uncovering the potential for manager risk in smart beta indexing approaches.

A look at US savings levels and why the market is unlikely to roll over anytime soon.

Excited talk of taxes and regulation may be distracting from a more market-friendly reality.

Five key reasons that help explain why the US economy and the US stock market often do not move in tandem.

Vaughan Nelson CEO and Portfolio Manager Chris Wallis shares insights on the economic recovery and near-term market risks.

While COVID-19 challenges remain, many key indicators of a global recovery persist.

Checking in on investor sentiment amid a resurgence in COVID-19 caseloads, and a look at potential near-term market opportunities.

With their yields near all-time lows, Treasuries may no longer provide reliable diversification for equities in the next crisis. What else might work?

Why international equities and smaller caps may be more attractive in a post-pandemic world is looked at by Chris Wallis, CEO, CIO at Vaughan Nelson.

A look at post-COVID-19 tensions between the world’s two largest economies and what it could mean for investors and emerging markets.

Why this recession differs in speed and magnitude, and select opportunities across market caps are assessed by Chris Wallis, CEO, CIO, Vaughan Nelson.

As the COVID-19 reopening begins in the US, investors may want to consider a range of variables as they assess near and long-term market conditions.

Passive equity indexing may be less advantageous in the wake of a bear market that is increasing dispersion and creating distinct winners and losers.

Analysis of 20-year returns suggests that sector diversification may be a more effective defensive strategy than favoring growth or value equity styles.

Portfolio Manager Jens Peers discusses Mirova’s sustainable investing strategies in the context of the coronavirus pandemic and market volatility.

A look at how some exchange traded fund professionals are analyzing and managing COVID-19 market turbulence and volatility risk.

Markets enter the early summer on the heels of federal aid packages and improved COVID-19 case numbers – but many unknowns remain.

See how moderate portfolios varied by geographic region at the end of 2019 in the Natixis Investment Managers Global Portfolio Barometer.

Global Market Strategist Esty Dwek takes measure of the unprecented monetary and fiscal measures being introduced in response to the COVID-19 pandemic.

As China’s economy begins to move back on line, it offers insights about the potential pace and strength of a post-pandemic US economic recovery.

A look at how COVID-19 has affected lodging and leisure and what investors can consider for companies in the category over the near term.

Chief Market Strategist discusses the benefits of Gateway’s index options-based strategy in today’s uncertain markets.

Chris Wallis, Portfolio Manager and Dan Hughes, Client Portfolio Manager, both of Vaughan Nelson, discuss the COVID-19 market turbulence and how they are thinking about the near and long-term investment landscape.

Why panic selling during unsettling times may be one of the worst things long-term investors could do is analyzed over three decades.

Chris Wallis, Portfolio Manager, and Dan Hughes, Client Portfolio Manager, both of Vaughan Nelson, discuss recent market corrections, coronavirus, and additional factors.

To help make the most of emerging market opportunities for its clients, WCM Investment Management uses an active, long-term investment approach focused on companies with improving competitive advantages and superior corporate cultures.

Head of Global Market Strategy for Dynamic Solutions Esty Dwek looks at the potential global market implications of an oil supply glut.

Chris Wallis, Portfolio Manager, and Dan Hughes, Client Portfolio Manager, both of Vaughan Nelson, discuss the market reaction of COVID-19 and the Russia-Saudi oil price war.

Demographic, technological, environment, and governance transitions can present opportunities for investors focused on risk and sustainability.

Six asset allocation trends derived from in-depth analysis of financial advisor moderate model portfolios submitted to Natixis Portfolio Clarity®.

Chris Wallis, Portfolio Manager, and Dan Hughes, Client Portfolio Manager, both of Vaughan Nelson, discuss recent volatility, COVID-19, and additional market factors.

Epidemics, wars, and a financial crisis have been short-term factors for long-term value-oriented Harris Associates, explains Portfolio Manager and Director of US Research, Win Murray.

Six asset allocation trends derived from in-depth analysis of institutional investment portfolios by Natixis Portfolio Clarity® consultants.

As cases of COVID-19 occur outside of China, investors should be aware of the potential market risks.

Coronavirus cases are falling in China, but rising elsewhere – creating elevated volatility risk.

An assessment of how the Wuhan coronavirus has impacted markets, with insights on what investors might be able to expect over the short term.

Gauging the environmental and social impact of utility companies requires a look at how their energy source mix may impact their long-term sustainability.

Portfolio Managers Mike Trigg and Greg Ise of WCM Investment Management on opportunity growth in emerging markets and their unique approach to the space.

Overvalued US stocks and dollar spell opportunity for patient value investor David Herro, CIO, International Equities, at Harris Associates.

Despite a constructive backdrop and continued positive economic data, it’s important for investors to remain risk-aware.

The influence of new data privacy rules across the broader digital economy is likely to leave no business sector unaffected.

A look at the politics behind the US-China trade war, the prospects for a peace deal, and how the 2020 election could help shape US trade policy.

A look at the policy challenges and political implications of housing finance reform – and what it could mean for markets and investors.

It’s time to challenge many of the biggest misconceptions about ESG and sustainable investing so that conversations can be more productive.

Incorporating sustainability analysis in an investment strategy may help uncover opportunities and avoid potential risks.

Perspectives on investing for a low carbon world and delivering competitive returns from a Mirova sustainable investments research analyst.

Learn how option strategies can help manage the volatility of equities and create a smoother ride.

With more than 40 years of experience using index options to manage equity risk, Gateway Investment Advisers offers unique insights on market volatility.

Aziz Hamzaogullari, CIO of Growth Equity Strategies at Loomis, Sayles & Company, explains the deeply held beliefs behind his high-conviction, concentrated approach to risk-adjusted excess returns.

Active Share can help identify closet indexers by measuring how similar an active manager’s portfolio is to the benchmark.